1987 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 BMW 320. (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 320 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1987 BMW 320 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 1987 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
