1972 Honda Life vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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 X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life. 2013 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 1972 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1972 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Life | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Life | X1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
