1988 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 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 |