1992 BMW 540 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1990 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 540 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
