1996 BMW 840 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 11 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 550 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 840 | 25 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |