1977 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 37 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
Because 1977 BMW 528 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 1977 BMW 528. 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 528 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
