1975 BMW 315 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 655 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 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 315. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 315 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
