1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 840 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
