2009 BMW 135 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 135 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
