1978 BMW M1 vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW M1 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 1978 BMW M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M1 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 42 L |
