1976 BMW 630 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 630 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 1976 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1976 BMW 630 (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 630 | Insight |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |