2005 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Spider |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |