2008 BMW 745 vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 1967 Honda S800 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 745 | S800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 35 L |