2006 BMW 760 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna 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 354 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna 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 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 760 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
