1994 BMW 740 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 740 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 1994 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna. 1994 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 740 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
