1985 Renault 25 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 25 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
