1996 BMW 528 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 528 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 1996 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 528 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
