2008 BMW 135 vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 135 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 2008 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 135 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
