1975 BMW 315 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1563 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 315 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |