1997 BMW 850 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 850 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
