1998 BMW 317 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 BMW 317 is newer by 22 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 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 317 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 317 (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 317 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 317 weights approximately 390 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, 1998 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 317 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 317 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
