1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 735 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 1996 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Jazz, 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | 735 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2940 mm |
