2008 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
