2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DBS | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
