1981 BMW 528 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1981 BMW 528 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 528 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 BMW 528 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 1981 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, 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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | Life |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
