2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
