1995 BMW 317 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 317 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1995 BMW 317 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 BMW 317. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 BMW 317 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 317 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 317 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 317 | Accord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |