1999 BMW 330 vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
