1986 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW 325 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 1986 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | N III |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
