1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1986 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Super 5 | 120 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |