1996 BMW 332 vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 332 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 1996 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1999 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 332 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
