2005 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1983 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1983 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 330 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |