1980 Renault 15 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1390 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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 15 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | 15 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 576 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 | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
