2009 BMW M5 vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1968 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800. 2009 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1968 Honda S800 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M5 | S800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |