1980 BMW 628 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 BMW 628 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 1980 BMW 628. 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 628 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
