1992 BMW 540 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 12 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 756 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 540 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
