2003 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
