1983 BMW M6 vs. 2002 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 455 kg more than 1983 BMW M6.
Because 1983 BMW M6 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 1983 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, 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, 1983 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 2002 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M6 | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
