1960 BMW 700 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 BMW 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2260 mm |
