1972 BMW 3 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 82 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
Because 1972 BMW 3 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 1972 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 3 | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |