1997 Honda Today vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Today | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
