2006 BMW 325 vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
