1972 Honda Life vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life.
Because 2010 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, 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 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Life | 320 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
