1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1971 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 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 1968 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 2002 | Life |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
