1997 BMW 850 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio 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 181 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
