1989 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 BMW 730 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 1989 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
