1996 BMW 725 vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 725 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 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 725 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
