1975 BMW 315 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 315. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 315 would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 135 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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 315 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
