1992 BMW 540 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 22 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 1110 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 1992 BMW 540 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 1992 BMW 540. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 540 | N III |
Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 57.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |