1998 BMW 323 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1983 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, 1998 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
