1988 BMW 520 vs. 1998 Honda SSM
To start off, 1998 Honda SSM is newer by 10 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 1,999 cc, 1998 Honda SSM is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Honda SSM (286 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Honda SSM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda SSM has manual transmission. 1998 Honda SSM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 1998 Honda SSM | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 520 | SSM |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |