2008 BMW 523 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 355 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 523 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
