2009 BMW 120 vs. 1985 Renault 5
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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 619 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 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 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 120 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
