2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 960 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | Convertible | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
