2007 BMW 650 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 2007 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 650 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
