1996 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Because 1996 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot, 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
