1973 Honda 145 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 135 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 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2659 mm |
