1999 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 13 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 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 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 1999 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 1999 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
