2008 BMW 135 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 135 | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
