2006 BMW 650 vs. 1968 Renault 10
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1968 Renault 10. (43 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1968 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1968 Renault 10 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 650 | 10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |