1986 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 1980 Renault 5 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M3 | 5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |