1984 Renault 25 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 28 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 855 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 25 | 650 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |