2008 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.

Because 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 750 2007 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 750 Accord
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3499 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 65 L


 

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