1974 BMW 518 vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 1974 BMW 518 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 518 | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 518 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
