1998 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 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 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
