1988 BMW 524 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 524. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1988 BMW 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 524 | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |