1975 BMW 315 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 315 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 315 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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, 2010 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 315 | iQ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2000 mm |
