1985 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 335 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2761 mm |
