2001 BMW X5 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 25 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1110 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 56 L |
