1983 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 1980 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
