1956 Abarth Renault vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1956 Abarth Renault. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 2005 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 730 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |
