1959 BMW 700 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Ballade weights approximately 156 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 700 | Ballade |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2330 mm |