2003 BMW 520 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 18 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 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 975 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, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
