2001 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1977 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
