1975 BMW 315 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 34 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 310 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, 2009 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 315 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
