2006 BMW X5 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 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 X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
