1980 Renault 15 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 650 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 15 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
