1990 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 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 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
