1987 BMW 324 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 354 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 324 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 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 324. (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 324. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 324 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 324 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1260 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
