1987 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (241 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 750 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
