2006 BMW X5 vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (182 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | S500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |
