2009 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle, 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
