1981 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 745 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
