1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 530 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
