1972 BMW Turbo 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 Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | Turbo | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |