2008 BMW 320 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,171 cc, 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1602 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
