1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1974 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1974 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1600 | Life |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |