1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 414 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 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 1968 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 2800 | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |