1985 Renault 25 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1070 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 X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 25 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3000 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 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
