1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | S-MX | 530 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1710 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 |
