1995 Honda Accord vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1995 Honda Accord and 2010 BMW Z4 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 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 2010 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
