1988 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2000 Honda City is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
Because 1988 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 BMW 316 (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 316 | City |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
