2007 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
