2009 BMW 525 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
