2007 BMW X5 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | X5 | 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 | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
