1973 Honda 145 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 39 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 790 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 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | 145 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2968 mm |
