1998 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1998 BMW 328 and 1998 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 191 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Because 1998 BMW 328 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 1998 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (277 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 328 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
