1979 BMW 735 vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 BMW 735 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 735 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 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1979 BMW 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 735 | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 735 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
