2006 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1601 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
