1998 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 328 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 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 328 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
