1984 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
Because 1984 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 1984 BMW 323. 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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 323 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
