1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 229 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1962 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 1800 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
