1992 BMW 518 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1992 BMW 518 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 518 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 518 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
