2006 BMW 550 vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 550 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
