2005 BMW 545 vs. 1975 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1975 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1975 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 545 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 2005 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 1975 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 545 | Life |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
