1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3.3 | Life |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
