1975 BMW 315 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1005 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 315 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
