2006 BMW 630 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 is newer by 21 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 580 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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 630 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
