1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 433 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 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, 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, 2011 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
