1971 BMW 3 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3 | Life |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
