1990 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | Wind |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
