1988 Renault 5 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 5 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
