2005 BMW 325 vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
