1994 Honda Accord vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 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 1994 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) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |