1986 BMW 628 vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1986 BMW 628 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW 628 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 628. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 628 | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 628 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
