1988 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 520 | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |