2008 BMW X3 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1987 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X3 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
