2007 BMW 523 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1986 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 523 | Super 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |