1988 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 23 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit 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 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 520 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
