2004 BMW 745 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 745 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 2004 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (172 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 745 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
