1985 BMW M5 vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, both 1985 BMW M5 and 1985 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 1985 Renault 18 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M5 | 18 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |