1998 BMW 316 vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 316 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
