1962 BMW 700 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 700 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
