1996 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Because 1996 BMW 530 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 1996 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |