2007 BMW 130 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 130 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 130. 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, 2007 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 130 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
