1976 BMW 630 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1976 BMW 630 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 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 630 | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |