1983 BMW 725 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 725 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
