1998 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
Because 1998 BMW 325 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 1998 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
