1975 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 748 kg more than 1975 BMW 520.
Because 1975 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 520 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
