2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Wind. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Wind would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind. 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | M3 | Wind |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |