1975 Audi 100 vs. 1975 BMW 315
To start off, both 1975 Audi 100 and 1975 BMW 315 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 BMW 315. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 315 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 BMW 315. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 100 | 1975 BMW 315 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | 100 | 315 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |