1962 BMW 1500 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 413 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
