2007 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Renault Super 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 Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 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 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1987 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, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
