2007 BMW 330 vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1971 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 50.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |