1977 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 530 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1977 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
