2008 BMW 650 vs. 1997 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Laguna 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 266 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1997 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 650 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
