2008 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
