1994 BMW 854 vs. 1998 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 854 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 1994 BMW 854. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon, 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 1998 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 854 | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |