2005 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
