1998 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 13 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 2,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 320 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
