2009 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 703 kg more than 1979 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 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 530 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 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 |
