1993 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M3 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
