2002 BMW 332 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1985 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 332 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
