2009 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | M3 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
