1997 Renault Spider vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 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, 2011 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Spider | 118 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |