1993 BMW 840 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 840 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 840 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 840 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
