2008 BMW 730 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
