1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 2012 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | S-MX | 528 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |