2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 762 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 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 2012 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 750 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |