2008 BMW 530 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Life |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| 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 | 260 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
