2010 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | 530 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |