1999 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Insight |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |