1975 BMW 315 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 530 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 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 315 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
