2008 BMW 760 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1974 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 760 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
