1990 BMW 730 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 694 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
