1986 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW 730 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 1986 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1986 BMW 730 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2741 mm |
