1992 BMW 520 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1975 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 520 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
