1982 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | X6 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2934 mm |