2010 BMW 118 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 118 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 118 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
