1998 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 535

To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 535 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 2011 BMW 535. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Accord 2011 BMW 535
Make Honda BMW
Model Accord 535
Year Released 1998 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 6600 RPM 1300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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