2003 BMW 520 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
