1996 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 33 kg more than 1996 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
