1984 Renault Siete vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 730 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 1995 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault Siete, 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete. 1995 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1984 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Siete | 730 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2940 mm |
