2008 BMW 130 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 130 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
