2001 BMW Compact vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 885 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Compact | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
