2011 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Renault Twingo

To start off, both 2011 BMW Z4 and 2011 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW Z4 2011 Renault Twingo
Make BMW Renault
Model Z4 Twingo
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1147 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Length 4239 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1791 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2497 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 40 L


 

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