2009 Honda Insight vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Insight | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |
