1999 BMW 730 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1999 BMW 730 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 811 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 730 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
