2009 BMW 125 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 125 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
