1980 BMW M1 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 721 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M1 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
