2003 BMW 325 vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
