1998 BMW 729 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 729 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 729 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 729 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 729 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 729 | Quintet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |