1986 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 BMW 730. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 362 kg more than 1986 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 730. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 730. 2005 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
