2006 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | M5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
