1996 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 BMW M3 and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane, 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (191 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M3 | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |