1960 BMW 700 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 607 kg more than 1960 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 BMW 700 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 1960 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 2010 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 700 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 700 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
