2008 BMW 528 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 38 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | N III |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
