2007 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 18 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (133 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 160 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 325 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
