1988 BMW 524 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 25 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, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
Because 1988 BMW 524 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 524. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 524 (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 524 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 524 | Fit |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |