2003 BMW 545 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1986 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 545 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
