2007 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Insight would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 235 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 740 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 2007 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight. 2007 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 740 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
