2006 BMW 730 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 22 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 885 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, 2006 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
