1975 BMW 315 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (283 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 805 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | BMW | Lexus |
| Model | 315 | SC |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
