2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z3 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
