2009 BMW 530 vs. 1996 Honda Today

To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 1996 Honda Today
Make BMW Honda
Model 530 Today
Year Released 2009 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1400 mm


 

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