1992 BMW 545 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 545 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
