2007 BMW M vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1966 Renault 10 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M | 10 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |