1975 BMW 315 vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 20 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 50 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 315 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
