2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z4 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
