1973 BMW Touring vs. 1964 Honda S500
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1964 Honda S500 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Touring | S500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |