2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 991 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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z9 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
