1983 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 123 kg more than 1983 BMW 323.
Because 1983 BMW 323 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 1983 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1983 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
