1976 Renault 5 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 5 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
