2005 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 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 325 (237 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
