1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 137 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Element |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
