1986 BMW 730 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1986 BMW 730 is newer by 1 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1986 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 1986 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace, 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, 1986 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
