1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |
