2009 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 325 | Spider |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |