2005 BMW 545 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 545 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
