1977 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |