1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 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 1968 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight, 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 2002 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
