1984 Renault 5 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
