1974 BMW 3 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
