1979 BMW 728 vs. 1979 Renault 14
To start off, both 1979 BMW 728 and 1979 Renault 14 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 728 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 728 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 728 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 1979 BMW 728. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 14, 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, 1979 BMW 728 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 728 | 1979 Renault 14 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 728 | 14 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |