1977 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 320 (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 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, 1977 BMW 320 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 320 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
