1994 BMW 750 vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 23 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1175 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 1994 BMW 750 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 1994 BMW 750. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 750 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2200 mm |