2007 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 780 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
