2005 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Spider. (185 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1998 Renault Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
