2008 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 525 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
