2007 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
