1987 BMW 750 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 38 L |
