1999 BMW V12 vs. 1999 Honda Life

To start off, both 1999 BMW V12 and 1999 Honda Life were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 852 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 1999 BMW V12 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW V12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW V12 1999 Honda Life
Make BMW Honda
Model V12 Life
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5990 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 550 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 909 Nm 57 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 1 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 790 kg
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2370 mm


 

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