1992 BMW 538 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 538. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 538 | Life |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
