2005 BMW 535 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 765 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 535 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
