2007 BMW 328 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 550 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 328 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
