1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 38 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), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 11 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 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3.3 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| 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 | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
