1987 BMW 750 vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 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 224 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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, 1982 Renault 9, 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 9 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 9 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 | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 750 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
