2007 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 989 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
