1973 Honda Life 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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life 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 214 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. 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 Life, 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 2011 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Life | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Life | 730 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
