1975 BMW 520 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, both 1975 BMW 520 and 1975 Renault 15 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 BMW 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 520 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 520 | 15 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |