2007 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
