1997 Honda CRX vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX, 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | CRX | 116 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |