1995 BMW S3 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 10 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, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 445 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | S3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
