2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 926 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
