1992 BMW 850 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
