1976 BMW 633 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 633. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 633 | Today |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
