1995 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace.
Because 1995 BMW 730 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 1995 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace, 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, 1995 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
