1996 BMW 725 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 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 725. 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 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 725 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |