2001 BMW 745 vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 745 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
