1975 BMW 315 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1698 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 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 315. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | 315 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |