2009 BMW 120 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 24 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 11 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 120 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 169 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
