2007 BMW 118 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 118 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
