2009 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2449 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |