2008 BMW 525 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| 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 | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
