2011 BMW X6 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 31 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP) has 413 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1829 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 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X6 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2330 mm |
