1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
