1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 39 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 1155 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 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 550 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4400 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |