2006 BMW M6 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
