1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 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 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3.3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
