1975 Honda Z vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Z | X5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2934 mm |
