2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (264 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z4 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
