1962 BMW 700 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1962 BMW 700.
Because 1962 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Renault 5 (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 700 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
