ลุงโนวา 110 RS vs BMW M850i 700 แรงม้า! DRAG RACE

Summary

Tang compares the quarter-mile drag race times of his 700hp BMW M850i xDrive versus a vintage 105cc Honda Nova motorcycle. He provides detailed specs on both vehicles and runs multiple races, launching the BMW with and without launch control. The lightweight Nova launches quickly and leads initially, but the high-powered BMW eventually overtakes it. Though the BMW easily wins each time, Tang finds it more exciting to hold back its performance to make the race closer and more thrilling.

Takeaways

• 😀 Compares acceleration of BMW M850i xDrive and Honda Nova RS 110 motorbike over 402m/quarter mile
• 🚗 BMW has 700hp after tuning, weighs 2 tons, costs $365K USD
• 🏍 Nova weighs 95kg, has 37.5hp engine, costs $480 used
• 🏁 In first race BMW wins, completes 402m in 11.31s, Nova in 13.88s
• 🚦 BMW needs launch control for quick acceleration, Nova's light weight helps it launch fast
• 🏎 In later races BMW uses lower power mode for more thrilling competition
• 😄 Rider almost beats BMW without launch control, shows importance of launch
• 🤝 Close racing more fun than BMW dominating with full power
• 👍 Video shows launch control helps acceleration for all fast cars
• 🏁 Tang concludes Launch Control and holding RPM is key for fast launches

Q & A

What modifications were made to the BMW M850i xDrive featured in the video?

The BMW M850i xDrive was modified with a stage 2 tune, including changes to the downpipe and the air filter, boosting its power output to 700 hp and torque to 900 Nm.

How does the weight of the BMW M850i xDrive compare to the Honda Nova RS 110?

The BMW M850i xDrive weighs 2,000 kg (about 2 tons), significantly heavier than the Honda Nova RS 110, which weighs 95 kg.

What is the original power output of the BMW M850i xDrive before tuning?

Originally, the BMW M850i xDrive has a power output of 530 hp and torque of 750 Nm.

What year was the Honda Nova RS 110 introduced?

The Honda Nova RS 110 was introduced in 1990.

What is the significance of using Launch Control in a race, according to the video?

Using Launch Control is essential for an easier and more effective launch by holding the RPM at a high rate, preventing traction loss or unnecessary wheel spinning.

How did the BMW M850i xDrive's quarter mile time compare to the Honda Nova RS 110's?

The BMW M850i xDrive covered the quarter mile (402 m) in 11.31 seconds, whereas the Honda Nova RS 110 took 13.88 seconds.

Why did Tang decide to use Comfort mode instead of Launch Control in the last two rounds of the race?

Tang used Comfort mode to make the race more fun and thrilling, as using full performance in every round would be repetitive and less entertaining.

What is the power output of the Honda Nova RS 110?

The Honda Nova RS 110 has a power output of 37.5 hp.

What was the retail price of the BMW M850i xDrive in Thailand, as mentioned in the video?

The BMW M850i xDrive was retailed for around 365,000 dollars when buying from BMW Thailand.

What strategy did the rider of the Honda Nova RS 110 use in the race to compete against the BMW M850i xDrive?

The rider of the Honda Nova RS 110 used a combination of powerful launches and the motorcycle's lighter weight to compete, although it did not ultimately overtake the BMW M850i xDrive in the race.