2005 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
