1988 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 M3 (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
