2009 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1973 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
