2006 BMW 323 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800.
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, 2006 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 323 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 791 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
