1998 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1998 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 730 | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |