2007 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
