1988 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 530 (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 530 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 530 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 1988 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1988 BMW 530 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 530 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2775 mm |
