1982 Renault 5 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
