1991 Honda Accord vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 BMW 318 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 2006 BMW 318. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 318 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |