1975 BMW 315 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 315 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
