1988 BMW 316 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 BMW 316 is newer by 12 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 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1976 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 316 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
