2008 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 320 and 1995 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 320 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
