2004 Honda Accord vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 294 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 793 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 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) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 750 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 697 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |