1979 BMW 725 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 725 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 725 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
