1959 BMW 700 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 700 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2068 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
