1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
