2007 BMW 328 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 328 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
