1994 BMW M3 vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
Because 1994 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 1994 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
