2004 BMW M6 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M6 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
