1975 BMW 315 vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 976 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 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 315. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 315 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
