2012 Honda Accord vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Accord | Z4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |