1992 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
