1975 BMW 315 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 315 | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2451 mm |