1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 BMW Z3 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 6 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 Z3 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 Z3. 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 Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z3 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
