1992 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 48 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4935 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
