1985 Renault 5 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
