2003 BMW M3 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
