1990 BMW 850 vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 850 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 1990 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 850 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 1790 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 35 L |