1998 Honda Today vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 2010 BMW M5 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Today | M5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |