1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | S-MX | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
