1977 BMW 728 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 728. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life 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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 728 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 728 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 728 | Life |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
