1999 BMW 740 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 740 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
