2007 BMW 118 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 118 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |