1981 BMW 528 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 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 134 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 528 weights approximately 510 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 1981 BMW 528. 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, 1981 BMW 528 (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 528 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 528 | Life |
Year Released | 1981 | 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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |