2007 BMW 323 vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2007 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 323 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW 323 (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 323 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
