1984 Renault 25 vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 25 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 775 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 25 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
