1979 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 116 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 2010 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2010 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 116 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
