2007 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 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 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
