1983 BMW M6 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M6 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
