2003 BMW 520 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 19 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), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 625 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 167 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
