1958 Abarth Renault vs. 2009 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1958 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. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth Renault | 2009 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Abarth | BMW |
| Model | Renault | 730 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| 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 | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 88 L |
