1995 Honda Today vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Today | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Today | 120 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1748 mm |