1986 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
