1975 BMW 315 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315.
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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 315 | Exige |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |