1975 Renault 5 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 730 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 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 5 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
