1988 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 BMW 530 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 533 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 530 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 530 | 15 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |