1981 Renault 5 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 5 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 5 | 630 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |