1998 BMW 845 vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 BMW 845 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 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1998 BMW 845 2009 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 845 Accord
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2750 mm