2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 785 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.
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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 1970 Honda S800 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Z4 | S800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |