1992 BMW 540 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 540 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
