1975 BMW 315 vs. 2004 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Toyota Soarer is newer by 29 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 720 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2004 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2004 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 315 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
