2009 BMW 135 vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 135 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
