1996 BMW 528 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
