1978 BMW 628 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 628 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
