1985 Renault 25 vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 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 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25, 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 Renault 25 (72 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 25 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2130 mm |
