2008 BMW 550 vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 550 | Today |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 656 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
