1990 BMW 730 vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 730 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 730 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 1990 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX, 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, 1990 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
