1975 BMW 315 vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 BMW 315.
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, 1997 Ford Escort, 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, 1997 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 1997 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 315 | Escort |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |