2009 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 316 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
