2003 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW M3 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 2003 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Life |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2090 mm |
