1973 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 174 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 1973 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 1973 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1973 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1973 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
