1992 BMW 740 vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1992 BMW 740 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1975 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1975 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145, 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 740 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 145. 1992 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1975 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
