1975 BMW 315 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 BMW 315. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 315. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1081 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 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 315. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 315 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2775 mm |