1999 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
