1975 BMW 315 vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1983 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 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 1,891 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 150 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, 1983 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 315 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
