1992 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1992 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1992 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 730 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
