2007 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
