2007 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1976 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
