2006 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1976 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 530 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1599 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
