2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
