1998 BMW 730 vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1977 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 730 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
