2008 BMW 325 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
