1975 BMW 315 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 70 kg more than 1975 BMW 315.
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, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 315 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
