2007 BMW 525 vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| 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 | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
