2001 BMW 735 vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. 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, 2001 BMW 735 (350 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 735 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 115 L |
