1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 and 1998 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |