1990 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane. 2000 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
