1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 BMW 2.8 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 1974 BMW 2.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 2.8 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2741 mm |
