2006 BMW 760 vs. 1980 Renault Siete
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Siete would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1980 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1980 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Siete, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Siete. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Siete. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1980 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1980 Renault Siete | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 760 | Siete |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2540 mm |
