1975 BMW 1502 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 997 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1502 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 1975 BMW 1502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 1502 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 1502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1502 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 1502 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |