1996 BMW 725 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 725 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 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 725 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |