2007 BMW 760 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP) has 372 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 760 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |
