2009 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
