1975 BMW 315 vs. 1967 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1036 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1967 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 315 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
