2001 BMW X5 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
