1990 BMW 850 vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
