1979 Renault 15 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 15 | 330 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
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 | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |