1988 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 546 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
