1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Pickster | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
