1983 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 323 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 BMW 323 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 1983 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 323 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 323 | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |