1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 657 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo, 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, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 1500 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
