2007 BMW 335 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 335 | N III |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 57.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |