1987 BMW M6 vs. 1982 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1982 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1982 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 1982 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M6 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
