2011 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2011 BMW 530 and 2011 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 2011 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2011 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:
2011 BMW 530 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 530 | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |