2009 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
