2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1987 Renault Super 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 Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z3 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
