1998 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 620 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
