2000 BMW 318 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 318 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
