1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 2000 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 BMW 2000 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 2000 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
