2009 BMW 335 vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord. 1980 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1980 Honda Accord | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1601 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
