1978 BMW 520 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, both 1978 BMW 520 and 1978 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW 520 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 1978 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 520 | 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |