1990 BMW 525 vs. 1965 Honda F1
To start off, 1990 BMW 525 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda F1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 BMW 525. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 525 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 525 | 1965 Honda F1 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
