1985 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 845 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 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 2010 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | M6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2781 mm |
