2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | S-MX | 328 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 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 | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |