1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Pickster | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1846 mm |
