1999 BMW 318 vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1962 Honda S500 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | S500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
