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, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
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 | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |