2009 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1972 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M6 | Life |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |