2007 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 590 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, 2007 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 530 | 15 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |