1996 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 627 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M3 | Spider |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |