1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1602 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
