1985 BMW 324 vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 324 | Today |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
