2006 BMW 530 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 530 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
