1975 BMW 316 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 316 | Today |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
