1998 BMW M vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 1998 BMW M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | M | Argento Viva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |