1999 BMW 529 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 345 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 529 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
