2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat. 2002 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Lagreat | 535 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2968 mm |
