1975 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S8 weights approximately 210 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 15 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 15 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
