1979 Renault 15 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1280 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 15 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 15 | S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
