2000 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 30 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 1055 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 2000 BMW 320 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 2000 BMW 320. 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, 2000 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | N III |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
