1970 Honda Z vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda Z, 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda Z | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Z | 120 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
