1984 Renault 25 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 25 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
