1996 BMW 540 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 540 | Life |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |