2009 BMW 750 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 29 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 1164 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 2009 BMW 750 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 2009 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2330 mm |
