2000 Honda Insight vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 135 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 135 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 2011 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Insight | 135 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2659 mm |
