1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Ballade | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
