1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 555 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Stream |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |