1969 Honda S800 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S800 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | S800 | 750 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |