2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 407 more horse power than 1991 Renault Clio. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 980 kg more than 1991 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 Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Alpina | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
