1975 BMW 315 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 33 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 415 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 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 315 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
