1960 BMW 700 vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 1975 Honda Life is newer by 15 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 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1960 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 700 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. 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, 1975 Honda Life, 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, 1960 BMW 700 (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1960 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Life |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
