1993 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 640 kg more than 1993 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 1993 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 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 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:
1993 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |