2002 Honda That 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 That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda That would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 That, 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That. 2002 Honda That 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 That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | That | 535 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2968 mm |
