1975 BMW 315 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 725 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 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 315 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
