2007 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
