1970 Honda N III vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | N III | 530 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2968 mm |
