2008 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
