2008 BMW M6 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1982 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |