2007 BMW 318 vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 318 | Spider |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |