1982 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 31 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1192 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3070 mm |