2008 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |