1994 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 518 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:
1994 BMW 518 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 518 | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |