1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 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 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Z, 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, 1975 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1602 | Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 25 L |
