1975 BMW 315 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 523 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 315 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
