1977 Honda Accord vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 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 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 700 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
