1997 Renault Spider vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 600 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 Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Spider | Z4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2497 mm |