1975 BMW 315 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 660 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 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 315 | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1670 kg |
