1985 Renault Espace vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 1995 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Espace | 1995 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | 730 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2940 mm |
