1987 BMW 324 vs. 2005 Honda That
To start off, 2005 Honda That is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2005 Honda That | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 324 | That |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
