1976 Renault 15 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1976 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 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 15 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Renault | Alpina |
| Model | 15 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 82 L |
