1983 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
