1959 BMW 700 vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 700 (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 BMW 700.
Because 1959 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 5 (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 700 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
