1992 BMW 545 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 545 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 1992 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 545 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
