1991 Honda Accord vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 1963 BMW 3200 CS 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 1963 BMW 3200 CS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1963 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1963 BMW 3200 CS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
