1994 BMW M5 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
