1998 BMW 730 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 809 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
