2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1976 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 Z3 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 56 L |
