2009 BMW X6 vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 26 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1360 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.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X6 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2330 mm |
