2009 BMW 523 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 523 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
