1998 BMW 328 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 450 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 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 328 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
