1998 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 310 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 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
