1986 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 316 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 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, 1986 BMW 316 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 316 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
