1985 Renault 25 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 27 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 470 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 25 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
