1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1970 Honda Z
To start off, 1970 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 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 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1970 Honda Z | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1600 | Z |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
