1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 19 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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, 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 3.3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
