1988 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 660 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 1988 BMW M3 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 1988 BMW M3. 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | N III |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
