1992 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1992 Honda Accord and 2013 BMW 5 Series are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |