1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z3 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
