1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 2005 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 2800 | Life |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |