2006 BMW 740 vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 740 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
