2007 BMW 328 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 328 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
