2005 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
