1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 1962 BMW 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1500 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
