1999 BMW 529 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 529 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
