2005 BMW 760 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 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 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 1245 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 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 760 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
