1990 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Laguna. (181 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Laguna | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Laguna | 730 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 540 Nm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1940 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |