2007 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 750

To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 701 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 750 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 2011 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 2011 BMW 750
Make Honda BMW
Model Accord 750
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 4400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 455 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 697 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1474 kg 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5075 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3071 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 82 L


 

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