2005 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 590 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, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
