2008 BMW 650 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 650 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
