2006 BMW 745 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 745 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
