1975 BMW 315 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1820 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 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 315 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 315 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3505 mm |
