2003 BMW X3 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 27 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 875 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, 2003 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
