1996 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
