1979 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 32 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 BMW 330 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 330. 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 330 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
