1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3.3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 77 L |
