1979 Renault 15 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 15 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | 15 | 520 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |