1999 Renault Megane vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, both 1999 Renault Megane and 1999 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Megane | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
