1975 BMW 315 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1294 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 315 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3510 mm |
