1979 Honda Accord vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 33 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), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 420 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 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 118 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |