2007 BMW 325 vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1982 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
