1992 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 320 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 1992 BMW 320. 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 (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
