2005 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 21 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 825 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 530 | 11 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |