2006 BMW 730 vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 730 | 1990 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 730 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |