1977 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
