1975 BMW 315 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 530 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 315 | C |
Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |