1972 Renault 15 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 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 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 15 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 15 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
