1971 BMW Touring vs. 1965 Honda F1
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda F1 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1965 Honda F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Touring | F1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
