2006 BMW 525 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2006 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1973 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |