1964 BMW 700 vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 750 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 BMW 700 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 1964 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
