2007 BMW 118 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 295 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, 2007 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 118 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
