1991 Renault Espace vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Espace | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
