2005 Ford GT vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 564 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 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
