1973 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1973 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 15 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
