1971 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Maybach 62
To start off, 2010 Maybach 62 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1911 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 801 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 2010 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Renault | Maybach |
| Model | 15 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 110 L |
