1996 BMW 545 vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 BMW 545 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 545 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 1996 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 1992 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 545 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |