1975 BMW 315 vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 36 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1394 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 315 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
