1990 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 754 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 320 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 320 | Accord |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |