1975 BMW 315 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 883 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 315 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
