1975 BMW 315 vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 900 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 315 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
