2005 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |