1975 BMW 315 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1470 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 315 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4060 mm |
