2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda City, 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | City |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
