2002 BMW 760 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 949 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 760 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
