2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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 Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z3 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
