2005 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1983 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 M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
