2000 BMW 318 vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 2000 BMW 318 (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 318 | Fifties |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |