2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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 650 (609 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Vamos | 650 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
