2006 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1972 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Life |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
