1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 138 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW Turbo 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 1972 BMW Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Turbo | Insight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
