2008 BMW 730 vs. 1978 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1978 Renault 5. 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, 2008 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 5. 2008 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1978 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 56 L |
