2001 Renault Twingo vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Twingo | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Twingo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1148 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
