1975 Renault 15 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 37 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 970 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Renault 15 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 15 | 640 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1365 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |