1984 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 BMW M6 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 1984 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
