1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 920 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
