1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 2004. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 2004 | Life |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
