1959 BMW 503 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 503 (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 503 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 503 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 503 | 25 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |