1975 BMW 315 vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 160 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, 1997 Lancia Dedra, 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 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 315 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
