1997 Renault Spider vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider.
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, 2010 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 2010 BMW 323 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Spider | 323 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |