2007 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 11 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 328 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |