1992 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 279 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 530 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Crosstour |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |