1999 BMW M5 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1972 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 M5 (499 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M5 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
