2005 BMW M6 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW M6 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 2005 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
