1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Shuttle | 535 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |