2000 BMW 320 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 21 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 665 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, 2000 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
