2012 Honda Accord vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 630 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 2008 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Accord | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Accord | 630 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
