1989 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 958 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 6 series |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1131 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |