2008 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1974 Honda Life.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1974 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1974 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 29 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
