2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 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 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 259 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 505 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Z4 | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
