2008 BMW 130 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 130 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
