1970 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300, 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda 1300 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 640 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
