2005 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
