2000 BMW 320 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 16 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 530 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, 2000 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
