1996 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 20 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 686 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 730 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
