2010 BMW 128 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 128 | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Life |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2370 mm |
