1985 Renault 5 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault 5 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 5 | 645 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |