1975 BMW 315 vs. 2005 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2005 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 315 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
