1996 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 545 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
