2007 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine. 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
