1996 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 1996 BMW M3 and 1996 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-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 M3 (350 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
