2006 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 95 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1955 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
