2006 Renault Clio vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Clio | 700 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
