1996 BMW 840 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 840 | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |