1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 41 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2979 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 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 | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |