1975 BMW 315 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1795 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 315 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3967 mm |