1990 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
