1996 Honda Today vs. 2009 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2009 BMW 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2009 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2009 BMW 630 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Today | 630 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |