1975 BMW 315 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 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, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 BMW 315.
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, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 315 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
