1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3.3 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
