1985 Renault Super 5 vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault Super 5 | 2009 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Super 5 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
