2009 BMW 328 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 328 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
