1975 BMW 320 vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, both 1975 BMW 320 and 1975 Honda 1300 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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 320 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2200 mm |