1996 BMW 840 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 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 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 1977 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1977 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 840 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
