1994 BMW 750 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 16 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1355 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 1994 BMW 750 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 750. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 750 | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |