1975 BMW 315 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 112 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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 315 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
