2007 BMW 525 vs. 1983 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1983 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
