2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 38 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 991 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Vanquish | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
