1992 Honda CRX vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1000 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 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | CRX | 550 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
