1992 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 740 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2673 mm |
