2009 BMW 750 vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 2 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), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 557 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 750 2007 Honda Accord
Make BMW Honda
Model 750 Accord
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 65 L


 

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